2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (176 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 151 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Grand Am | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Am | Crown |
Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |